Fairfield County Economic Development says it has acquired the remaining property needed to fully assemble the Peach Road Industrial Site. Powered by WPeMatico
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Health officials promote testing and education during STI Awareness Week
During STI Awareness Week, South Carolina health experts urge open discussions and regular testing as STI rates remain high, especially among young people. Powered by WPeMatico
Lexington County approves $758K mass casualty bus to improve emergency response and patient transport
Lexington County approves first mass casualty bus to speed emergency response and transport multiple patients at once. Powered by WPeMatico
Here’s what’s in South Carolina’s new income tax law
According to the South Carolina Office of Revenue and Fiscal Affairs, approximately 42.8% of taxpayers are projected to see a reduction in their tax liability. Powered by WPeMatico
6 charged in Sumter and Lee County drug trafficking case
Six people face federal charges in a drug trafficking conspiracy involving cocaine, fentanyl, and meth in Sumter and Lee counties, authorities said. Powered by WPeMatico
Newberry County man charged in sexual assault case involving minors
Deputies say the investigation began after a minor victim came forward reporting a sexual assault. Powered by WPeMatico
New details released on proposed 200-acre Chapin Park development
Officials say the project has the potential to become a live-work-play community featuring jobs, public amenities, and commercial space. Powered by WPeMatico
South Carolina families struggle amid pause in child care vouchers, centers face enrollment drop
SC DSS paused child care scholarship applications in December, leaving families and daycares struggling with rising costs and limited options. Powered by WPeMatico
Airline introduces sleep pods for economy passengers on long-haul flights
Air New Zealand’s “Economy Skynest” will offer a place to sleep on long-haul flights without upgrading to first class. Powered by WPeMatico
Truck crashes into Swansea church
A pickup truck crashed into Swansea United Methodist Church after running off U.S. 321. The driver was hospitalized with no injuries. Powered by WPeMatico
WATCH: Oklahoma high school principal tackles suspected gunman
Footage obtained by CNN from Pauls Valley Public Schools shows Principal Kirk Moore tackling the suspected gunman. Powered by WPeMatico
Justice Department moves to toss seditious conspiracy convictions of Oath Keepers and Proud Boys
The president commuted the prison sentences of several Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders in a sweeping act of clemency for all charged in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack. Powered by WPeMatico
Influencer Ashly Robinson dies in Tanzania, family calls for investigation
Robinson, who went by Ashlee Jenae online, was on vacation with her fiancé when she died. Powered by WPeMatico
Hopes rise for renewed talks as US military says Iran blockade is in force
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that a second round of talks could happen “over the next two days.” Powered by WPeMatico
Gas prices continue to drop but remain elevated since start of Iran war
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline was $4.108 on Wednesday. Powered by WPeMatico